September 17th, 2024

Emirates A380 resumes daily service to Christchurch

An Emirates A380 at the Christchurch International Airport
An Emirates A380 at the Christchurch International Airport

What's new: Emirates' A380 has resumed its daily service on March 27 from Dubai to Christchurch, New Zealand, via Sydney after more than three years. The move comes as part of the airline's plan to increase seating capacity across its global network.

Why it matters: The resumption of the A380 service signifies that Christchurch and the wider South Island are ready to welcome travellers after years of COVID-19 restrictions. The route will provide seamless connectivity to destinations across the airline's global network, benefiting both leisure and business travellers.

Details:

  • Emirates flight EK 412 departs Dubai at 1015hrs, arrives in Sydney at 0700hrs, and continues to Christchurch, arriving at 1355hrs. EK 413 departs Christchurch at 1820hrs, arrives in Sydney at 1940hrs, and then heads to Dubai, arriving at 0515hrs local time.

  • The airline's SkyCargo will support the export of 15 to 18 tonnes of daily goods across the Tasman, benefiting South Island producers.

  • The A380 will offer travellers greater flexibility and choice when making travel plans, along with seamless connectivity to destinations across Europe and the Middle East.

  • Emirates' partnership with Qantas expands connection opportunities to 55 cities across Australia and New Zealand.

The big picture: Emirates has been serving New Zealand for 20 years and continued to provide daily flights and SkyCargo services throughout the pandemic. The return of the A380 to Christchurch underscores the airline's commitment to the market and its ongoing efforts to adapt to a post-pandemic travel landscape.

What to watch: Customers in Christchurch can now enjoy the airline's flagship aircraft, featuring the debut of the highly sought-after Premium Economy cabin and the latest products across all classes of travel. Emirates' A380 is currently deployed to nearly 40 global destinations, with more routes to be announced soon. The airline's premium travel experience, including the Onboard Lounge, First Class suites, Shower Spa, and award-winning inflight entertainment system, remains highly popular among travel

lers.